A paramedic working for North West Ambulance Service which covers Nantwich, Crewe and surrounding areas, has died from COVID-19.
The service issued a statement announcing the death “of a very dear colleague” after they contracted Coronavirus.
The deceased has not been named but was married with children and had served with NWAS for many years.
NWAS Chief Executive Daren Mochrie said: “It is with great sadness that we share the news that North West Ambulance Service has lost a very dear colleague who contracted COVID-19.
“The paramedic, whose family has asked not to be named, sadly passed away yesterday (Friday 17 April) in hospital.
“Our colleague was married with children and had worked for the trust for a considerable number of years.
“On behalf of everyone here at NWAS, including our patients and the communities we serve, I would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family.
“We would also like to thank our NHS colleagues for their professionalism and the compassionate care they have shown for our friend.
“This will deeply affect many people within the trust and we are supporting our staff during this very sad time.”
No further details have been released at this stage.
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Very sad news. Distressing . Paramedics saved my Life once. Sincere condolences to Family , Friends and Colleagues.